Horoscopes Dec. 1, 2024: Bette Midler, trust your instincts over what others tell you

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Vance Joy, 37; Sarah Silverman, 54; Nestor Carbonell, 57; Bette Midler, 79.

Happy Birthday: Take your time, do your due diligence and agree only to get involved in projects and with people you have verified as offering something legitimate. Trust your instincts over what others tell you and run your home on a budget you can handle. Declutter your life and restructure your household to highlight what’s important to you. Take control and set high standards instead of letting others choose for you. Your numbers are 7, 18, 23, 29, 32, 38, 47.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Invest in yourself, your health and your emotional well-being. Sign up for something that raises your capabilities and looks good on your resume. Staying current and keeping your eyes open for unique opportunities will help you excel. Look out for your interests and protect your rights. 5 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Propose or implement changes that spotlight your skills and expertise. Mix business with pleasure, broaden your awareness and stimulate your mind. Refuse to let a competitive situation turn ugly and throw you off your game. Positive action will help you exceed your expectations. Romance is favored. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Unusual people, places and pastimes will grab your attention. Be careful who you trust or what you pay for when joint ventures or shared expenses arise. Concentrate on what you want and determine who are the best candidates to work alongside. Choose intellect and intuition over someone’s bravado. 3 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Take care of your needs and what you want to achieve. Say no to anyone trying to take advantage of you financially. Set a budget and boundaries and protect against loss. A healthy lifestyle and doing what’s best for you will ease stress and improve your health. 3 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Plan to have fun with friends or family. Social events will lead to introductions that offer new opportunities. Take your time making a commitment regarding investments or other expenditures. Do your homework before you join forces with anyone. Avoid health risks, injury or impulsive moves. 5 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Pay attention to details and care for essential matters yourself. Trusting others to do what you would do will lead to disappointment. A personal change that gives you a fresh look and boosts your confidence will encourage you to socialize. Love and romance are in the stars. 2 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Travel, learning and embracing new experiences will take you on a journey filled with lessons and personal growth. A lifestyle change that allows you to lower your overhead and ease financial stress will give you the wiggle room to follow your heart and do what brings you joy. 4 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Temptation will set in, but before you take the bait, revisit the pros and cons. A change can be good, but how you go about it and what you agree to will make a difference. Refrain from jeopardizing what you have for something that offers uncertainty. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Caution will save you from being outmaneuvered. Listen, observe and ask questions before agreeing to something or trusting someone to take over. An offer will be exaggerated, and the cost will escalate. Get what you want in writing and take a hands-on approach every step of the way. 3 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Take time to relax and do what brings you joy. Revise your space by making it more convenient and comfortable, and your stress will decline. Updating your appearance and strutting your stuff will help you engage in something new and exciting. Romance is in the stars. 3 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Revisit your actions and how they influence your reputation, lifestyle and domestic wellness. Be open to suggestions, but recognize the validity of the ideas you receive before you agree to something incompatible with your long-term goals. An opportunity is apparent but dependent on choosing what’s best for you. 4 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take a back seat and observe, and you will gain a vantage point that could help you deter someone from scamming or taking advantage of you. Say no to temptation and excessive behavior. Reach out to those who share your concerns and are willing to do something constructive, not destructive. 2 stars

Birthday Baby: You are thoughtful, funny and unique. You are sensitive and protective.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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